Vikings play final game of Metrodome leaseJanuary 1, 2012 11:54 AMThe team's lease expires on Feb. 1, which makes it possible that the game against Chicago on Sunday is the last the team will play under the big white top.
Play53min 53secHoward Sinker's annual 'Year in Sports' showDecember 30, 2011 9:49 AMSince 1995, Howard Sinker has joined Midday at year's end to talk about the biggest sports stories of the year. What do you think is the most important, or most interesting sports story of the year 2011?
Wis. recall organizers to stake out Rose BowlDecember 30, 2011 7:05 AMWisconsin residents won't get a respite from recall mania at the Rose Bowl.
Losing to Predators, Wild drop 7th straight gameDecember 29, 2011 7:09 AMThe Wild outshot the Predators 11-10 in the first period, 11-5 in the second and 35-25 overall. Minnesota had the only four shots in overtime.
Bucks hold off Timberwolves surge 98-95December 28, 2011 6:57 AM"We just dug ourselves a hole we shouldn't have been in," Kevin Love said. "We turned the ball over too much and they made some shots."
Wolves lead Thunder into final minutes before 4-point lossDecember 27, 2011 6:50 AMThe Wolves sold out their home opener for the first time since 2007, and there is a new hope coming from one of the league's most hapless franchises.
Play4min 34secBritt Robson previews Timberwolves seasonDecember 26, 2011 9:58 AMBy Cathy WurzerSports Illustrated writer Britt Robson previews the Minnesota Timberwolves season.
Play4min 01secDNR warns frozen lakes remain dangerousDecember 23, 2011 10:30 AMBy Cathy WurzerTypically at this time of year in Minnesota you can count on being able to walk or drive out on our state's frozen lakes and ponds. But not this year.
Play3min 53secPolaris sales up as power sports vehicle industry suffersDecember 19, 2011 4:00 AMBy Martin MoylanIt's been a lousy year for snow, and that's just one of the troubles plaguing companies that make snowmobiles and other power sports vehicles. But Minnesota-based Polaris has defied the downturn and expects sales to jump 30 percent this year.
Brees throws 5 TDs as Saints rout Vikings 42-20December 18, 2011 3:21 PMDrew Brees threw for 412 yards and five touchdowns to lead the New Orleans Saints to their sixth win in a row, 42-20 over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.